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This study aims to explore how the COVID-19 pandemic affected family carers' work and caregiving responsibilities in Ireland.

April 23, 2021Health & Social Care in the CommunityOpen Access

Colliding worlds: Family carers’ experiences of balancing work and care in Ireland during the COVID‐19 pandemic

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ALAttracta LaffertyUniversity College Dublin DPDominique PhillipsUniversity College Dublin LDLinda Dowling‐HetheringtonUniversity College Dublin

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Qualitative research shows challenges in balancing caregiving and employment for family carers during the pandemic, indicating significant stress and resource loss.

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This study aims to explore how the COVID-19 pandemic affected family carers' work and caregiving responsibilities in Ireland.
Qualitative research approach with 16 family carers interviewed via telephone or online video
In-depth, semi-structured interviews lasted 45 to 100 minutes and were audio-recorded
Thematic analysis identified four main themes related to caregivers' experiences during the pandemic.
Findings revealed a sudden loss of valuable resources, disrupting routines for family carers
Work and care life domains were intertwined due to additional caregiving responsibilities
Adapting to these challenges generated significant stress, affecting caregivers' overall well-being.

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Lafferty et al. (2021) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a21003a3fa19d22fe86dc07 https://doi.org/10.1111/hsc.13365

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Qualitative research shows challenges in balancing caregiving and employment for family carers during the pandemic, indicating significant stress and resource loss.

Colliding worlds: Family carers’ experiences of balancing work and care in Ireland during the COVID‐19 pandemic

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Colliding worlds: Family carers’ experiences of balancing work and care in Ireland during the COVID‐19 pandemic

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